Are you ready to take on a pivotal role that drives supplier standards and enhances operational excellence? Our client, a well-established organization committed to rigorous supplier management, is seeking a dedicated Supplier Accreditation Specialist to lead essential accreditation processes on a 6-month contract.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Assess the risk associated with sourcing plans within the accreditation strategy.

• Achieve and maintain an accredited bidders list.

• Participate in accreditation assessments for potential suppliers and approve assessment reports.

• Maintain and optimise systems, processes, and work instructions related to supplier accreditation.

• Conduct annual reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Measure and track accreditation and deselection processes, analysing benefits and bottom-line impacts.

• Monitor cycle times and ensure the accuracy of the accreditation register.

• Document all accreditation processes and perform sample evaluations.

• Ensure accreditation validity and oversee supplier screening in collaboration with key stakeholders.

• Align accreditation initiatives with broader supplier management strategies such as supplier development and performance management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 4 years' relevant experience in supplier accreditation, supplier quality, supplier management, procurement, or supply chain.

• Experience assessing supplier compliance against legislation, standards, codes, and organisational requirements.

• Strong understanding of supplier risk assessment, supplier evaluation, and accreditation processes.

• Experience reviewing supplier applications, preparing accreditation reports, and making recommendations for approval.

• Ability to develop, maintain, and continuously improve supplier accreditation systems, processes, and work instructions.

• Experience measuring supplier performance, accreditation cycle times, and process effectiveness.

• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.